Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers cements his status as a baseball legend and highlights the sport’s global appeal.
Baldur’s Gate 3 wins Game of the Year at the Game Awards 2023, while the event faces criticism for not highlighting job cuts in the industry.
Fortnite and Lego have teamed up to create a new survival game mode, combining the popular block-building elements of Minecraft with Fortnite’s gameplay, in an effort to attract a wider range of players.
Tincy Jose, a nurse diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, has turned her journey into a calling to support and encourage others with the condition.
The Dendrobium orchid, known as the God Flower, is disappearing in Taiwan due to climate change, leaving the indigenous Tsou people worried about their traditions.
Celine Sandberg is using unconventional materials like crushed oyster shells and seaweed to create sustainable furniture and reduce plastic waste in the industry.
Two men arrested in France for scamming elderly people by posing as health officials and overcharging for unnecessary bedbug treatments.
UK property expert Rob Dix has created a digital clone of himself using AI software to answer questions and take on some of his workload, joining a growing trend of individuals using AI clones to scale their availability and provide instant responses to followers or clients.
Sony’s partnership with accessibility experts has resulted in the release of the Access Controller, a customizable PlayStation 5 controller designed specifically for disabled gamers.
El Salvador’s President Bukele celebrates as his Bitcoin reserve enters the black, but economists caution against premature celebration.
Google’s new AI model, Gemini, boasts advanced reasoning capabilities and outperforms human experts in intelligence tests, setting a new standard in generative AI.
BBC investigation reveals that OpenAI’s ChatGPT tool can be used to create tools for cybercrime, highlighting concerns about the potential abuse of AI.
Cash use in the UK has increased for the first time in a decade, with 19% of purchases made with cash last year, as shoppers become more budget-conscious due to rising prices, according to the British Retail Consortium.
The apple industry in Indian-administered Kashmir is facing a crisis due to fungal scab, climate change, economic hurdles, and the influx of imported apples, leading to a decline in quality and quantity and impacting the local economy.
BTS urges fans not to show up at army camps during their military service, showing responsibility and concern for others.
Taylor Swift, named Time Magazine’s person of the year for 2023, continues to dominate the music industry with her record-breaking tour and successful albums, solidifying her status as a generational talent.
Ohio woman convicted of assault for throwing a burrito bowl at a Chipotle worker sentenced to work at a fast-food job for two months.
Former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori released from prison after serving 15 years for corruption and human rights violations.
COP28 highlights concrete solutions to combat climate change, including reducing fossil fuel burning, increasing renewable energy use, switching to electric vehicles, and capturing carbon from the atmosphere.
Extreme temperatures at live music events are becoming a safety concern, as a recent incident at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro demonstrates.
US-bound ANA flight forced to return to Tokyo after heavily drunk passenger bites crew member mid-flight.
The Panama Canal is facing a critical water shortage, leading to reduced ship traffic and potential long-term implications for global trade.
Rare hailstorm surprises UAE residents, causing damage to homes and vehicles.
A severe cold snap is gripping the UK, bringing snow and health alerts for vulnerable populations.
eBay fined $3 million for harassing bloggers critical of the company, including sending live spiders and cockroaches to their home.
Fishermen are turning to technology to reduce bycatch and increase efficiency, with promising results.
S&P 500 hits new record high on tech strength and economic optimism, signaling a bull market.
Insect farming companies are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to lower costs and maximize production, but some aspects of the process still require a hands-on approach.
A legal feud over butter chicken’s origins pits Delhi’s rival restaurants against each other.
Church steeple collapses in New London, Connecticut, leaving community searching for answers and offering support.
Emerging platforms like Butterflies AI and Bluesky are reshaping social media dynamics and user experiences.
Thieves in France steal two truckloads of Moët & Chandon champagne worth €600,000 before police recover the goods in a high-speed chase.
McDonald’s removes AI ordering technology after viral videos show comical mishaps and bizarre orders.
Apple’s sales have continued to decline, with revenues dipping 1% to $89.5bn in the three months.
Ticket machines at railway stations charge passengers more than double the online price for some journeys, according to research by consumer group Which?.
